Veteran actress Akofa Edjeani Asiedu has sent a few words to actress and socialite Moesha Buduong, after the latter claimed veteran actors set a bad precedent for the film industry.
Moesha, who was voicing out her opinion after veteran actor Kofi Adjorlolo made claims that about 7 movie producers owed him some money.
In her opinion, the happening could be blamed on pioneer actors, saying they laid a very bad foundation for the industry.
“…all the things coming out now is as a result of what those who came before us did. They were happy just being on the screens and did not see the need to be paid for their works,” Moesha said.
She went on to add that; “Today, they have realised the money is not coming so they are calling out producers. Because they did not see the need to take money for work done, producers also saw no need to pay and that has been the trend for so long.”
But reacting to Moesha’s comments, Akofa Edjeani, speaking on Kasapa FM disagreed with Moesha, calling her childish.
“After reading Moesha’s comment, blaming the pioneer actors for setting a bad precedent, I realised she was being childish. She didn’t know what she was saying,” the veteran said.
“If we didn’t pave the way, can she call herself an actress?” Akofa asked. “During our time, there was no industry, we had to sacrifice. Sometimes you’re not paid for your services. I used to walk to rehearsals and back just so we can have something going on and build the industry. We sacrificed so much for this generation.”
“In my era we had ethics and we love what we do. We have a passion for what we do and the industry at heart. The current generation of actors are benefiting from our hard work so should be thanking us for that. I see some of this current generation of actors are only interested in receiving the status of fame and attention,” she added.
